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New York City is home to an estimated 8,478,072 residents (U.S. Census Bureau, July 2024), making it the #1 largest city in the United States. The city is located in the five boroughs — Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, and Richmond counties, New York, and has declined about 3.7% since the 2020 census (8,804,190). Recordwell checks available information and open public web pages to help you find anyone in New York City in seconds.
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New York City, NY at a glance
| Population (July 2024 est.) | 8,478,072 |
| 2020 census | 8,804,190 |
| Change 2020–2024 | −3.7% |
| Land area | 300.5 sq mi |
| Population density | 29,298 / sq mi |
| County | the five boroughs — Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, and Richmond counties |
| U.S. population rank | #1 |
record: U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 population estimates, 2020 decennial census (land area & density).
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How many people live in New York City, NY?
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 8,478,072 residents as of July 2024, down from 8,804,190 at the 2020 census.
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